Controller, Finance & Banking, Corporate Finance

Description

Salary: $120-180k + Bonus

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to join their team. This role is pivotal in providing strategic financial leadership and operational oversight to support the company's growth and success. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in manufacturing accounting, financial reporting, and leadership.

Responsibilities:

- Serve as the key financial advisor to the executive team, delivering actionable insights for strategic planning, pricing strategies, and capital investment decisions.

- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial models to ensure fiscal stability.

- Manage corporate insurance programs, including property, liability, and employee coverage to mitigate risks.

- Lead the financial close process on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

- Prepare accurate financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses to inform decision-making.

- Monitor and refine manufacturing cost models, including material, labor, and overhead variances, collaborating with operations to address discrepancies.

- Ensure precise inventory valuation across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

- Supervise front office functions including accounts payable and accounts receivable.

- Drive improvements in accounting processes, systems, and reporting to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required; advanced certifications are a plus.

- 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, with a preference for prior roles as a Controller in the manufacturing industry.

- Proven expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and inventory management.

- Strong knowledge of financial analysis and manufacturing costing methods.

- Proficiency in accounting systems, with experience in ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.

- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyze complex data sets; familiarity with additional software tools is advantageous.

- Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities to work effectively across teams.

For immediate consideration call Rochelle Carrasco, Recruiting Manager at  

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